The Union ... You've got to see this film...

[Reality]

My friend just told me about a movie called the Union.. well anyway it looks amazing and is going to open some eyes.. heres the youtube link, its the trailer..

The Union: The Business Behind Getting High
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3HLzmH9VB6A


I've been waitin for a movie like this.

 

[HoTSauce]

It starts it's tour of film festivals this month. the official link is http://www.theunionmovie.com they have a schedule of festivals. There are only a couple on there right now. Should be and awesome film

 

[teddybud]

awesome stuff

 

[Hal]

Looks good. I wonder what the title of the film means? Why is it called "The Union?"

 

[bounty29]

Wow looks great, can't wait to see it.

http://www.theunionmovie.com/
(link above was broken)

Here's the summary from their website. I couldn't copy and paste, so I typed the whole thing.

Ever wonder what British Columbia's most profitable industries are? Logging? Fishing? Tourism? Ever think to include marijuana? If you haven't, think again. No longer a hobby for the stereotypical hippie culture of the '60s, BC's illegal marijuana trade industry has evolved into a seemingly unstoppable business giant, dubbed by those involved as 'The Union'. Commanding upwards of $7 billion Canadian annually, The Union's roots stretch far and wide, directly and indirectly affecting all areas of our society. With 65% to 85% of all 'BC Bud' being exported to the United States, it's clear that the BC marijuana trade has become an international issue with consequences that extend far beyond our borders. When record profits are to be made, who are the players, and when do their motives become questionable?

Why is marijuana illegal?
What health risks do we really face?
Does prohibition work?
What would happen if we taxed it?
Medicine, paper, fuel, textiles, food, etc. Are we missing something here?

Follow Filmmaker Adam Scorgie as he dives head first into Canada's most socially acceptable illegal activity. Along the way, Adam demystifies the underground market and brings to light how such a large industry can function while remaining illegal. By interviewing experts from around the globe, including growers, clippers, police officers, criminologists, economists, psychologists, medical doctors, politicians, and pop culture icons, Scorgie explores the cause and effect nature of the business behind getting high.

Nobody's innocent in this exploration of an industry that may be profiting more by being illegal. Join Adam Scorgie as he unravels the mystery of The Union.

Their numbers and info about BC bud seem a little off, but I'm really looking forward to seeing this.

 

[MickeyBlue42]

I just want the DVD... it will take like 2 decades to get to Africa on circuit!! ;(

 

[dude06version]

thats a powerful scene when the troops have the flamethrowers on their backs....

 

[Lucius]

pretty interesting stuff

 

[masterlow37]

I Can't Wait To See

I Can't Wait To See

I posted this same thing here on 6-13-07

The Union: the business behind getting high

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3HLzmH9VB6A&eurl=http://www.*****.com/showthread.php?t=35628

http://www.theunionmovie.com/

Thanx for the update & Peace

 

[dankiestog]

ABOUT time ...this ****en GOV...I wish more would open there eyes...thanks for the links guys...

 

[Reality]

just a little bump to keep this thing goin...

 

[Reality]

gotta bring it back up..